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Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpavsHyatt Ziva Cap Cana
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Scores at a Glance
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & SpaHyatt Ziva Cap Cana
Overall
8.5
9.0
Beach
8.1
8.8
Food
8.2
8.5
Service
8.6
9.0
Rooms
8.2
8.9
Luxury
·
8.7
Value
8.0
7.8
Romance
8.0
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Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | Overall Score | 9.0 (better) |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| 4.5 (5,540) | Google Rating | 4.6 (1,466) (better) |
| (better)From $171 | Price / Night (pp) | From $284 |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 15 min | Airport Transfer | 15 min |
All Scores
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana |
|---|---|---|
| 8.1 | Beach | 8.8 (better) |
| 8.2 | Food | 8.5 (better) |
| 8.6 | Service | 9.0 (better) |
| 8.2 | Rooms | 8.9 (better) |
| 8.4 | Pools | 9.3 (better) |
| – | Luxury | 8.7 |
| (better)8.0 | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.7 | Family | 9.5 (better) |
| 8.0 | Romance | – |
| 7.7 | Nightlife | – |
| 7.1 | Quiet | 8.0 (better) |
| 7.2 | Remote work | 8.1 (better) |
Of the 12 measures we call, Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa leads on 2 and Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana leads on 10.
Vibes
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | – |
| Yes | Lively | – |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
Activities
| Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa | Measure | Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Nightlife | – |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 15 min from PVR
Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
- 7 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Butler service
- Swim-up suites
- Gated, 24-hour security
- 15 min from PUJ
Pros · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Official all-inclusive Unlimited-Luxury package with top-shelf spirits, room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, and gratuities included.
- Strong family programming with both kids and teens covered.
- Convenient beachfront location close to downtown Puerto Vallarta and the airport.
Pros · Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
- Excellent family infrastructure with water park, lazy river, kids club and teen lounge.
- Strong room inventory including swim-up and Club categories.
- Short transfer from Punta Cana airport.
Cons · Dreams Vallarta Bay Resort & Spa
- Not the quietest option because it is a family resort in an active hotel-zone location.
- Some premium wine-cellar or spa experiences cost extra.
- Beach conditions and surf can vary more than at sheltered Caribbean beaches.
Cons · Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana
- Can be expensive for families during school-break periods.
- Beach quality is seasonally vulnerable to sargassum.
- Not the quietest fit for couples without children.
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